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Originally Posted by ZenGum
For example, I don't understand how altering the RAM would effect the bang measurement. Do I need to octuple both the processor bang and the ram?
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OS (in ballpark terms) defines a minimum number of Gb of Ram. Be careful about how some play games with RAM to increase their profits.
For example, a system might have 2 or 4 Gbytes. Make sure that is with half the slots still open. For example, if a system can be upgraded to 8 Gbytes and has four memory slots, then 4 Gbytes should be in only two slots. Other two slots should be open - for a future upgrade. To increase profits, the manufacturer might fill all four slots using smaller Ram boards.
As systems age, functions such as malware protection demand more memory. That's when you spend less money to fill those other two slots.
Malware software is one reason why systems appear to run slower. As that (and other) software advances, it needs more memory. Slots for that future upgrade means you spend a little more today - and save more money in the long term.
Avoid AMD in laptops. Their processors run too hot.